Maranatha Country House Review

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Maranatha Country House

  • Price range: ¢-$
  • Location: Blarney

Fodor's Review:

This gray-stone Victorian manor surrounded by pretty gardens and 27 woodland acres makes an excellent base for exploring Blarney, Cork City, and even Killarney, 1½ hours away. The guest rooms in Olwen and Douglas Venn's impeccably run family home are individually decorated with antiques (Olwen has a passion for French inlaid furniture) and striking textiles. The Regal Suite has a four-poster bed swathed in pink, green, and white-sprigged fabric that matches the ruched drapes, as well as a sunken bath with a hot tub. Breakfast is served in the prettily decorated conservatory, which overlooks rolling lawns and majestic trees. To get here, drive from Blarney village on the R617 for 3 km (2 mi) toward the village of Tower and look for the sign on your right. Pros: gracious family home; colorful, secluded gardens. Cons: no bar or restaurant in walking distance; must book well in advance.

  • Hotel Details: 6 rooms
  • In-room: no a/c, no TV, Wi-Fi (some).
  • In-hotel: Internet terminal, no-smoking rooms.
  • Rate includes: Full breakfast
  • Credit Cards: MC, V
  • Closed: Closed Dec. and Jan.
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